Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD Cymbalta (duloxetine) and Lexapro (escitalopram) are antidepressant medications.

Lexapro’s prescribing information states that people using the drug to treat major depression may experience significant changes in weight and appetite. These include both increases and decreases.

This page contains answers to some common questions about Lexapro. It does not contain all the information that is known about Lexapro. It does not take the place of talking to your doctor or ...